043: Learning From Our Mistakes

Mistakes are an inevitable part of life. From the simplest errors to the most significant blunders, we all make them at some point. While the immediate aftermath of a mistake can be disheartening and discouraging, it is crucial to recognize that mistakes are not the end of the world. They offer us valuable opportunities for growth and learning.

In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson dive deep into why it’s not only okay to make mistakes, but it’s an essential part of being an entrepreneur.  As Albert Einstein once famously said, "A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new."

Being an entrepreneur is a journey filled with risks, challenges, and, inevitably, mistakes. The path to success is often paved with failures and setbacks. While making mistakes may be daunting, embracing them as valuable learning opportunities rather than sources of discouragement is important.

In this era of constant change and complexity, embracing learning from mistakes is crucial. Doing so unlocks our potential for growth, resilience, and success. 

Here are some of the highlights of this episode:

• Normalizing making mistakes as an entrepreneur (02:22)
• Making mistakes and resourcefulness - how are they related? (04:05)
• Understanding the deeper problems, rather than just seeing what presents at face value (06:12)
• The importance of understanding what data is telling you (09:25)
• The dangers of hiring people too quickly (13:18)
• How to set the right mindset around making mistakes (20:05)
• The importance of a support network (22:28)

Quotes:

“When we normalize making mistakes, it's easier to recover. It also allows you to be more resourceful.” -Melanie Benson

“The more you make mistakes, the more you realize you're going to be okay.” -Samantha Riley

“If you aren't making mistakes, you probably aren't growing.” -Melanie Benson

Melanie Benson, host of Amplify Your Success Podcast

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Samantha Riley, host of Influence by Design Podcast

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